Matthew's strength and background, along with the formidable army of the Bay Territory, had dispelled any further thoughts of aggression from other members of the Carlisle family.
So when Brown announced,
"The Bay Territory currently has over 20,000 inhabitants and has employed more than 2,000 adventurers,"
everyone fell silent.
The only thought in their minds was:
"How can the Bay Territory be so wealthy?"
The entire council room grew somewhat quiet, with most people lost in thought, many exchanging glances to communicate.
Gently tapping on the table, Viscount Larry, who had long been aware of all this, spoke a piece of news that shocked everyone:
"The Bay Territory has already put out messages at the Assassins Guild and the Adventurers' Guild."
"Whoever provides us with information on our troop deployment and movements, and once it is confirmed to be unique and true, will be rewarded with one Gold Coin!"
"They have put out 50,000 Gold Coins!"
